Service Manual

E lectrosurgical G enerator
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 Table of Contents
& List of Illustrations

Section Title Page

1.0 General Information................... Refer to Operator’s Manual (60-8201)
2.0 Specifications.............................. Refer to Operator’s Manual (60-8201)
3.0 Theory of Operation.......................................................................... 3-1
3.1 Mode Descriptions....................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.1 Cut Major Modes............................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 Coag Major Modes............................................................................................................ 3-1
3.1.3 Bipolar Major Modes......................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 System Overview.......................................................................................... 3-1
3.2.1 RF Power Supply (RFPS).................................................................................................. 3-4
3.2.2 RF Amplifier and Transformer........................................................................................... 3-4
3.2.3 Electrosurgical Outputs .................................................................................................... 3-4
3.2.4 Activation Command Sensing .......................................................................................... 3-5
3.2.5 Automatic Return Monitor (A.R.M.)................................................................................. 3-5
3.2.6 System Controllers and Monitor........................................................................................ 3-5
3.2.7 Low Voltage Power Monitoring......................................................................................... 3-5
3.2.8 Operator Control Panel...................................................................................................... 3-6
3.2.9 Activation Tones................................................................................................................ 3-6
3.2.10 Activation Relay Connector............................................................................................... 3-6
3.3 Optional System Configurations.................................................................. 3-6
4.0 Maintenance....................................................................................... 4-1
4.1 General Maintenance Information................................................................ 4-1
4.2 Maintenance Personnel................................................................................. 4-1
4.3 Cleaning....................................................................................................... 4-1
4.4 Periodic Inspection....................................................................................... 4-1
4.5 Periodic Performance Testing....................................................................... 4-1
4.5.1 Chassis Ground Integrity................................................................................................... 4-1
4.5.2 Displays, Alarms and Commands....................................................................................... 4-1
4.5.3 Output Power.................................................................................................................... 4-2
4.5.4 RF Leakage Measurement.................................................................................................. 4-3
4.5.5 Line Frequency Leakage..................................................................................................... 4-4
4.5.6 Automatic Return Monitor (A.R.M.) Check...................................................................... 4-5
4.5.7 Output Coupling Capacitor Check..................................................................................... 4-5
4.6 System Calibration....................................................................................... 4-6
4.6.1 Calibration Preliminaries ................................................................................................... 4-6
4.6.2 Selecting the Mode to Calibrate......................................................................................... 4-6
4.6.3 Calibrating a Monopolar Mode.......................................................................................... 4-8
4.6.4 Calibrating Bipolar Mode................................................................................................... 4-8
4.6.5 Calibrating A.R.M............................................................................................................. 4-8
4.6.6 Completing Calibration...................................................................................................... 4-9
4.7 Last Fault Code Retrieval & Clear............................................................... 4-9
4.7.1 Last Fault Code Retrieval................................................................................................... 4-9
4.7.2 Clearing Last Fault Codes.................................................................................................. 4-9
4.8 Optional System Configuration .................................................................. 4-9
Section Title Page
4.9 DACview ................................................................................................... 4-12
4.10 Troubleshooting......................................................................................... 4-12
4.10.1 HVPS Troubleshooting Hints.......................................................................................... 4-14
4.11 Parts Ordering Information....................................................................... 4-14
4.12 Assembly Breakdown/Parts Access............................................................. 4-15
4.12.1 Top Cover Removal & Replacement................................................................................ 4-15
4.12.2 Bezel Removal & Replacement........................................................................................ 4-15
4.12.3 Control/Display Board Removal & Replacement............................................................. 4-16
4.12.4 Power Board Removal & Replacement............................................................................ 4-16
4.12.5 RF Output Board Removal & Replacement..................................................................... 4-17
4.12.6 Power Transistor Replacement......................................................................................... 4-17
4.13 Fault Codes................................................................................................ 4-18
Appx. A Schematics & BOMs..........................................................................A-1
Bill of Material: Top Assembly & Chassis.......................................................................... A-1
Bill of Material: Controller PCB Assembly........................................................................ A-7
Bill of Material: RF Output PCB Assembly.................................................................... A-12
Bill of Material: HV PCB Assembly................................................................................ A-15
Figure/Title Page
Figure 3.2 System Block Diagram....................................................................................................... 3-3
Figure 4.1 Calibration Procedure Flow Chart...................................................................................... 4-7
Figure 4.2 DIP Switch Positions....................................................................................................... 4-11
Figure A.1a Controller PCB (Top)....................................................................................................... A-7
Figure A.1b Controller PCB (Bottom)................................................................................................. A-8
Figure A.2a RF Output PCB.............................................................................................................. A-12
Figure A.3a HV PCB......................................................................................................................... A-15

Table 4.1 Monopolar Cut Mode RF Output Power Accuracy............................................................ 4-2

Table 4.2 Monopolar Coag Mode RF Output Power Accuracy......................................................... 4-2
Table 4.3 Bipolar Mode RF Output Power Accuracy......................................................................... 4-2
Table 4.4 Allowable RF Leakage Current to Ground......................................................................... 4-3
Table 4.5 Allowable RF Leakage Current - Inactive Monopolar Outputs ......................................... 4-4
Table 4.6 Allowable RF Leakage Current - Inactive Bipolar Outputs................................................ 4-4
Table 4.7 Line Frequency Allowable Leakage - Inactive..................................................................... 4-4
Table 4.8 Line Frequency Allowable Leakage - Active....................................................................... 4-5
Table 4.9 DIP Switch Settings......................................................................................................... 4-10
Table 4.10 DACview Channels.......................................................................................................... 4-12
Table 4.11 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................... 4-12
Table 4.12 Fault Codes...................................................................................................................... 4-18

Schematic A.1a Controller PCB - Top Sheet......................................................................................... A-1

Schematic A.1b Controller PCB - Controller Sheet............................................................................... A-2
Schematic A.1c Controller PCB - Monitor Sheet.................................................................................. A-3
Schematic A.1d Controller PCB - FPGA Sheet..................................................................................... A-4
Schematic A.1e Controller PCB - DAC Sheet....................................................................................... A-5
Schematic A.1f Controller PCB - Display Sheet.................................................................................... A-6
Schematic A.2a RF PCB - Output Amplifier........................................................................................ A-9
Schematic A.2b RF PCB - Output / Arm Sense................................................................................. A-10
Schematic A.2c RF PCB - Output / RS-232/Relay Drive................................................................... A-11
Schematic A.2d RF PCB - RF Output............................................................................................... A-12
Schematic A.3a HV PCB - HV-Power factor Correction.................................................................... A-13
Schematic A.3b HV PCB - Forward Converter.................................................................................. A-14
 Theory of Operation
Section 3.0

Sabre Genesis™ functions and essential circuit information are provided in this section. This section begins
with a description of the key parameters for each mode. This is followed by an overview of how the system
functions and some key operational information for the modules within the system.
3.1 Mode Descriptions
The key functional parameters for each mode are presented here. Nominal mode specifications are provided
in section 1.2.11 of the Sabre Genesis™ Operators Manual.
3.1.1 Cut Major Modes

Major Mode Minor Mode Nominal RF Modulation (Number of Modulation (Normal

Frequency Pulses, Nominal Time On/Off Frequency & Period)
Cut Pure 400 KHz None None
Pulsed 400 KHz 70µs / 600µs 670µs
Blend 400 KHz 9 pulses, 23µs / 17µs 25 KHz / 40µs

3.1.2 Coag Major Modes

Major Mode Minor Mode Nominal RF Modulation (Number of Modulation (Normal

Frequency Pulses, Nominal Time On/Off Frequency & Period)
Coag Standard 495 KHz Single pulse 40 KHz / 25µs
Standard mode is fundamentally different from the Cut mode in that the resonant circuit of the RF Amplifier
and Transformer combination is excited by the energy of a single pulse, causing the resonant circuit to ring
until the energy is dissipated.
3.1.3 Bipolar Major Modes

Major Mode Minor Mode Nominal RF Modulation (Number of Modulation (Normal

Frequency Pulses, Nominal Time On/Off Frequency & Period)
Bipolar Macro 400 KHz None None

3.2 System Overview

Mains power is converted to electrosurgical output power through the RF Power Supply (RFPS), the RF
Amplifier, and the Transformer and Output sections of the system.
Mains power is converted to high voltage direct current power in the RFPS to supply the RF Amplifier.
This is essentially a power transformer with a power factor corrected regulator. The power factor correction
can be enabled or disabled under software control.
Pulses generated in the RF Controller are amplified to electrosurgical power and voltage levels in the RF
Amplifier and Transformer portions of the power train. Three high-voltage bipolar transistors and a single
MOSFET make up the hybrid-cascode RF Amplifier. The hybrid-cascode amplifier is a fast, high-voltage
amplifier that can be controlled by the combination of DC voltage (VBASE_PWM) and a fixed ampli-
tude, variable pulse width signal (RFGATE). This amplifier is combined through a relay with either the
Monopolar output transformer or the Bipolar output transformer to generate electrosurgical power.
Electrosurgical power flows from the RF Amplifier / Transformer section to the Output section where the
power is switched to the specific electrosurgical outputs. The Output section also has circuitry to detect

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activations from accessories and the circuitry to
perform the Automatic Return Monitor (A.R.M.)
function to ensure the integrity of the dispersive
electrode connection.
The power section also includes a number of out-
put voltage and current sensors that are used by
the RF Controller for control of power delivery
and by the Monitor to detect errant output condi-
tions. Windings on the Monopolar output trans-
former and the Bipolar output transformer are the
means for sensing output voltage. Separate pri-
mary-side current transformers are shared by the
bipolar and monopolar channels for control and
monitoring of the current. There are also separate
current sensors on the monopolar outputs that are
used to detect stuck output relays.
The RF Controller is a Field Programmable Gate
Array (FPGA) that generates the RFGATE and
VBASE_PWM RF Amplifier drive signals based
upon a comparison of measured parameters
and settings-based parameters. The pulse train
sequence is a settings-based parameter that is
dependent on the selected mode. Target power,
current limit, and voltage limit are all settings-
based parameters derived from a load curve that
is specific to the selected mode and front panel
power setting. The RF Controller samples
electrosurgical output current and output volt-
age from sensors at a 20 Megahertz rate and uses
these sampled values to calculate sensed current,
sensed voltage, and output power. This high sam-
ple rate allows control of the real power delivered
to the active accessory and also allows the Sabre
Genesis™ to rapidly adapt to changing loads. The
output current, output voltage, and output power
are compared with corresponding settings based
parameters of current limit, voltage limit, and
target power, respectively, and the RF Controller
adjusts value of VBASE_PWM in a closed-loop
fashion to control these parameters. The RF
Controller also provides fixed pulses for RFGATE
within each mode-based pulse train sequence.
The RF Monitor is a Digital Signal Processor
(DSP) that is used to monitor the system for
safety problems that can result from a variety of
conditions.
• The Monitor has independent sensors for out-
put voltage and current, which it uses to cal-
culate power for comparison with the power
that the RF Controller senses and for com-
parison with the generator power setting.
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• To ensure that the correct outputs are acti-
vated, the Monitor also independently
senses current at each of the outputs, look-
ing for current flow that would indicate
electrosurgical power at outputs other than
the selected output.
• The Monitor senses the audio output to ensure
that a tone occurs whenever electrosurgical
outputs are active.
• The RF Amplifier drive signal is sensed by
the Monitor to detect improper frequencies
or improper pulse sequences for the selected
mode.
• The Monitor independently compares the
activation signal with that seen by the System
Controller to ensure that the activation signal
is consistent.
The Monitor has the capability to independently
disable the electrosurgical output if a problem is
detected.
The System Controller provides the primary con-
trol interface to the user and other outside sys-
tems, including the serial interface, the activation
relay, tone generation, and displays.
Finally, the Display accepts all user input and pro-
vides all user feedback. The Display is controlled
by the System Controller through a serial interface
and illuminates the LED display elements in a
time division multiplexed fashion; the illuminated
LED display elements are actually on less than half
the time. The Display also provides for user input
through the buttons on the control panel, includ-
ing switch de-bouncing and conditioning.
Figure 3.2 illustrates the key elements of the sys-
tem in block diagram form.
 Indicators:
Activation & Mode
Activation Request Keyboard Modes /
Power Displays

Activation Relay
ACT RLY
Connector
RS232 Serial Interface
SPI Connector
AL TONE

ACT TONE
System Controller A.R.M

Patient
RF Output Relays

VARM
RLY DRV Mono Bip
RF INH

PFC EN

HVEN

RF Controller RF MP VS

RF BP VS RF Amp

RF IS

Host RFDRV
Bus

Tone Mon RFHVSup

VBPWM HV Power Supply

Monitor

HFINH

M ISN

MRF BP VSN

MRF MP VSN
MRF H1 SN
MRF HF SN

Figure 3.2 System Block Diagram

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3.2.1 High Voltage Power Supply (HVPS)
The HVPS is comprised of a Power Factor
Control (PFC) section and a Forward Converter
(FC) section. The PFC converts Mains power
to approximately 400 volts using techniques
that ensure the mains current into the supply is
sinusoidal and in phase with the mains voltage. By
doing so, RMS current and harmonic distortion
are reduced. The Forward Converter then converts
the PFC output to an adjustable DC voltage for
use by the RF amplifier.
The System Controller can enable or disable the
PFC section of the HVPS. The PFC is normally
enabled during operation to ensure a resistive load
is presented to the Mains.
The Forward Converter is a switch-mode power
converter that adjusts its operating frequency
between 25KHz and 100KHz to ensure proper
resolution for the commanded output voltage.
Isolation between Mains power, the HVPS and
the LVPS (+12V) output occurs in the Forward
Converter. The RF
Monitor enables the output of the HVPS. The
forward converter includes current limiting on the
output and has provisions to shutdown when the
output of the Low Voltage Supply exceeds limits.
The +12V output is then used to supply input
voltage to a variety of low-voltage regulators on
the controller board.
3.2.2 RF Amplifier and Transformer
The RF Amplifier and Transformer portions use
a switch-mode resonant hybrid-cascode ampli-
fier to convert the power from the RFPS to the
RF energy necessary for electrosurgery. One may
think of the amplifier as a high-speed switch that
pulses current through a resonant circuit, which is
formed by the monopolar or bipolar transformer
together with capacitors that are connected to
the transformer primary and secondary wind-
ings. The transformers are designed with a good
deal of leakage inductance in order to provide
inductance for resonating with the capacitors.
One Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field Effect
Transistor (MOSFET) is connected in series with
three parallel bipolar transistors to provide the
switching. The pulses to drive the gate on the
MOSFET in this arrangement come from the RF
Controller (RFGATE). The base connections of
the three parallel bipolar transistors are also driven
by a signal that originates from the RF Controller
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(Vbase_PWM).
The RFGATE drive pulses provide the basic pulse
pattern that is used to form the electrosurgical
waveform, and have a set pulse-pattern and pulse-
width for each mode. A drive of several pulses
at a frequency that closely matches the resonant
frequency of the amplifier characterize Cut and
Blend modes, and the output pulses substantially
correspond to the drive. Spray and Standard
Coag modes, however, are characterized by pulses
that occur less frequently where the amplifier is
allowed to “ring” at its resonant frequency.
Rapid regulation of the output power in this
arrangement is provided by VBASE_PWM; as
VBASE_PWM is increased, the output power
increases. As noted in the RF Controller dis-
cussion, the RF Controller compares the out-
put power with the desired power and adjusts
the VBASE_PWM to minimize the difference.
VBASE_PWM enters the amplifier as a 312 KHz
Pulse-Width-Modulated (PWM) signal that is fil-
tered to become a variable DC base drive signal.
Finally, the RF Amplifier and Transformer provide
capabilities for sensing RF output current and
voltage. The voltage sensors that are used for
power control and power monitoring are indepen-
dent windings on the output transformers. The
current is also measured on the primary side of
the transformers. With proper characterization of
the transformer, the controller obtains an accurate
representation of the voltage, current, and thus the
output power of the system.
3.2.3 Electrosurgical Outputs
Relays are provided to isolate electrosurgical out-
puts and select which outputs are active. The
System Controller selects the appropriate output
relays based upon activation command inputs.
The Monitor utilizes current sensors implemented
on each monopolar electrosurgical output to
determine whether current is flowing only to the
correct outputs. In the event that current flows
in an output that is not selected, the Monitor can
independently disable RF. The monitor uses the
bipolar primary voltage to sense that the bipolar
relay has been activated.
3.2.4 Activation Command Sensing RFGATE outputs. To reduce the effects on
the microprocessor circuits on the Control/
Each of the Hand Controlled Accessory recep-
Display Board from RF noise at the output,
tacles incorporate inputs that are used to sense
VBASE_PWM and RFGATE are both dif-
an activation command from the user. Each
ferential mode signals running between the
monopolar hand controlled accessory receptacle
Control/Display Board and the power section.
has an input for Cut and an input for Coag. The
The RF Controller is capable of disabling
bipolar receptacle incorporates a single activation
RF output power and putting the system
input. Each of these five inputs is isolated from
into a safe state without any interaction from
the other electrosurgical outputs and from other
the Monitor or the System Controller. The
low-level circuitry in the system. All are powered
RF Controller independently monitors the
by a multiple output isolated power supply. The
RF output voltage and current for control
footswitch activation inputs on the back panel are
purposes through several scaled inputs. The
configured in a similar way and share one of the
RF Controller is comprised of the major por-
isolated power supply outputs.
tion of the FPGA, together with circuitry
3.2.5 Automatic Return Monitor (A.R.M.) necessary for converting the control signals
between analog and digital form.
The patient return connector interfaces to single
and dual dispersive electrodes using a two-pin • RF Monitor: A DSP that is dedicated to safety
connector. A.R.M. circuitry uses an actively driv- monitoring activities. The Monitor is capable
en impedance measurement circuit, which allows of disabling RF output power and putting the
the System Controller to detect the type of disper- system into a safe state without any interac-
sive electrode connected and verify its integrity. tion from the RF Controller or the System
Controller. To ensure that the Monitor can
3.2.6 System Controllers and Monitor correctly perform its function, the Monitor is
Two processors and an FPGA are used for system resistively isolated from the System Controller
interface & control, RF control, and system moni- and the RF Controller and has independent
tor functions. The RF control section consists of voltage regulation. The RF Monitor indepen-
a dual-channel architecture with two independent dently monitors a variety of inputs to detect
channels where one is used exclusively for RF out- safety problems and has control of disable
put control and the other is used for safety moni- signals for RF Amplifier drive. The Monitor
toring. All of these elements are located on the is comprised of a DSP, together with circuitry
Control board, along with circuitry for interface necessary for converting the signals monitored
with the user. between analog and digital form, an FPGA to
provide interface logic, independent voltage
• System Controller (System Microcontroller):
regulators, isolation resistors and other inter-
A dedicated Microcontroller that handles
face logic.
the entire user interface, Serial Interface, and
enables/disables the power factor control sec- 3.2.7 Low Voltage Power Monitoring
tion of the RFPS using the PFC_EN signal.
The low voltage power supply is monitored in
The System Controller can also disable the
hardware and resets the processors if it is out of
signal used to drive the RF Amplifier and can
range. The microprocessor supervisory device on
terminate RF drive at any time without inter-
the Control/Display Board monitors +3.3V and
action from either the RF Controller or the
+1.8V and will reset the system should the levels
Monitor. The System Controller is comprised
drop approximately 0.3V. The Control/Display
of a standard architecture microprocessor
together with portions of the FPGA, which
provides interface logic to a variety of signals,
independent voltage regulators, a processor
supervisory reset circuit, and other interface
logic.
• RF Controller: An FPGA implementing
digital signal processing elements for control
of RF power using the VBASE_PWM and

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Board has the circuit that will reset the system
should the 3.3V supply exceed 3.6V.
3.2.8 Operator Control Panel
• Keyboard: The main operator input device
for choosing operating modes and settings is
the membrane keyboard panel. Tactile-feedback
mechanical switches allow the operator to set
modes and adjust power settings.
• Display Panel: Consists of 7-segment displays
and discrete dual colored LED’s that will display
all controls and settings. LED display elements
are illuminated in a time division multiplexed
fashion; the illuminated LED display elements are
actually on less than half the time.
3.2.9 Activation Tones
Tone is generated for all activation requests, fault
detection and changes made on the Control Panel.
The System Controller generates the tone signal
(TONE_DRV), which is amplified by a driver.
The activation tone is adjustable and controlled by
an output from the System Controller, but alarm
tones are not adjustable and are set to generate a
tone greater than 65 dB.
There is circuitry to permit the Monitor to verify
the oscillation from voltage measured across the
speaker, which provides confirmation that the
speaker is indeed generating audible tones dur-
ing activation. RF output is inhibited should the
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speaker drive current be absent or too low.
3.2.10 Activation Relay Connector
There is an Accessory Relay Connector, which
provides a relay closure (SPST switch) that may
be used for activating external accessories such as
smoke evacuation units.
3.3 Optional System Configurations
An eight-position configuration dipswitch (S2),
located on the Control/Display Board Assembly
(A4) allows a qualified service technician to
change some of the factory default settings. With
the exception of the DACview switch, which is
only effective in Test Mode, the configuration dip-
switch settings are only detected when power is
initialized, so any changes to the switch positions
will not be detected until power is cycled. Each
switch is OFF in the Down position and ON in
the UP position. (The system detects changes in
the DACview switch while power is on, so it is
treated differently.) Relevant information for the
configuration dipswitches appears in Section 4.8.
 Maintenance
Section 4.0
This section contains information useful in the
maintenance and repair of the Sabre Genesis™.
WARNING: High voltages are present at the
connections and within the Sabre Genesis™.
Maintenance personnel should take precautions
to protect themselves. Read the safety sum-
mary in Section 1.1.4 of the Sabre Genesis™
Operators Manual before working on the
ESU.
4.1 General Maintenance Information
Although the Sabre Genesis™ has been designed
and manufactured to high industry standards, it is
recommended that periodic inspection and perfor-
mance testing be performed to ensure continual
safe and effective operation.
Ease of maintenance was a primary consideration
in the design of the Sabre Genesis™. Maintenance
features of this unit include microprocessor aided
troubleshooting aids and push button calibration,
built in fault detection, circuit protection, and easy
access to circuitry while the unit is operational.
These features, coupled with the warranty, local
support, loaner equipment, factory support, toll
free phone service to the factory and available fac-
tory training ensure a minimal maintenance effort
with extensive support available.
4.2 Maintenance Personnel
Only Hospital Qualified Biomedical Technicians
or ConMed factory technicians should perform
service on the Sabre Genesis™. Refer all servicing
to a Hospital Qualified Biomedical Technician.
If necessary, your CONMED sales representative
will be happy to assist you in getting your equip-
ment serviced.
4.3 Cleaning
The interior of the unit may be vacuumed or
blown out as required. The exterior of the unit
may be cleaned by wiping it with a cloth that
has been dampened (not dripping) with a mild
detergent such as Windex® or Formula 409®.
(Windex® is a registered trademark of the S.C.
Johnson Company. Formula 409® is a registered
trademark of the Clorox Company.)
4.4 Periodic Inspection
The Sabre Genesis™ should be visually inspected
at least every six months. This inspection should
include checks for the following:
1) Damage to the power cord and plug.
2) Proper mating and absence of damage to the
accessory connectors.
3) Any obvious external or internal damage to
the unit.
4) Any accumulation of lint or debris within the
unit or heatsink.
5) Control Panel cuts, punctures, or dents.
4.5 Periodic Performance Testing
The Sabre Genesis™ should be tested for correct
performance at least once every year. Every unit
is supplied with a serialized Production Test Data
Sheet that tabulates the results of the factory tests
that were performed on the unit. This data is
supplied so that it may be used as a reference for
subsequent tests.
Recommended periodic performance tests are
listed in the following sections.
4.5.1 Chassis Ground Integrity
Connect a standard ohmmeter between the
earth ground prong on the power plug and the
Equipotential Ground Connection. Compensate
for lead resistance. Confirm less than 0.2 ohms
resistance is measured.
4.5.2 Displays, Alarms and Commands
Perform the Preliminary Functional Test procedure
described in section 2.4.1 of the Sabre Genesis™
Operators Manual to verify proper operation of
displays, alarms and commands.
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4.5.3 Output Power results.
1) Equipment Requirements: 2) Use test leads to connect the ESU tester to
the unit’s return electrode output and the
a) Monopolar Footswitch
footswitch controlled active output. Set the
b) Bipolar Footswitch Load resistance per mode as indicated in
c) Commercial ESU Tester (e.g. Fluke 454A Tables 4.1 and 4.2.
or equivalent) with non-inductive 50 load 3) Perform the monopolar power tests indicated
for bipolar modes and a non-inductive in Tables 4.1 and 4.2. The acceptance range is
500 ohm load for monopolar modes. given in both Watts and Amps to accommo-
Note: Micro Bipolar is particularly sensitive to date available test equipment. It is not neces-
the load resistance. A 50 ohm load should be sary to test for both power and current.
used for checking power to obtain the best Table 4.1 Monopolar Cut Mode RF Output
Power Accuracy
Mode Load (ohms) Power Setting Watts (min) Watts (max) Amps (min) Amps (max)
Pure 500 20 17 23 0.184 0.214
500 100 90 110 0.424 0.469
500 200 180 220 0.600 0.663
Blend 500 20 17 23 0.184 0.214
500 100 90 110 0.424 0.469
500 200 180 220 0.600 0.663
Table 4.2 Monopolar Coag Mode RF Output Power Accuracy
Mode Load (ohms) Power Setting Watts (min) Watts (max) Amps (min) Amps (max)
Standard 500 20 17 23 0.184 0.214
500 50 45 55 0.300 0.332
500 80 72 88 0.379 0.420

4) Disconnect the ESU tester from the unit. 6) Perform the bipolar power tests indicated in
5) Use test leads to connect the ESU tester to Table 4.3. This table only provides the mini-
the Bipolar Accessory outputs. mum number of points to be tested.

Table 4.3 Bipolar Mode RF Output Power Accuracy

Mode Load (ohms) Power Setting Watts (min) Watts (max) Amps (min) Amps (max)
Macro 50 20 17 23 0.238 0.277
50 50 45 55 0.387 0.428

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4.5.4 RF Leakage Measurement
NOTE: To ensure accuracy when making leak-
age measurements, perform all leakage testing
using methods and instruments that are com-
pliant with the prcedures outlined in Section
19 of IEC60601-2-2 (Particular Requirements
for the Safety of High Frequency Surgical
Equipment).
RF Leakage can present a hazard in the operating
room because electrosurgical currents can flow
Table 4.4 Allowable RF Leakage Current to Ground
MEASURED TERMINAL ACTIVATED ACCESSORY
Dispersive Electrode Coag Combination Monopolar
Dispersive Electrode Cut Combination Monopolar
Dispersive Electrode Hand Controlled
Combination Monopolar Active Coag Combination Monopolar
Bipolar Right Bipolar Footswitch
Bipolar Left Bipolar Footswitch
Equipment:
• ESU Tester with RF Leakage function -OR-
• 0-250 is RF Ammeter with a 200 ohm 10 W
Non-inductive Resistor
• Patient Plate Adapter Plug
• 2 - Test leads, 1 m max. Length
• 3 - Test leads, 10 cm max. Length
• Wooden table approximately 1 m from floor.
NOTE: Use a measuring device that meets IEC
specification for RMS measured over one second.
Procedure:
1) Ensure that the unit is fully assembled and all
fasteners are tight.
2) Place the ESU tester or meter with resistor on
the table so that they are at least 0.5m away
from the unit under test and any other con-
ductive surface.
3) Set the unit for full power for the modes
noted in the table. Connect the ESU tes-
ter in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions -OR- connect the 200-ohm non-
inductive resistor in series with the 250 mA
RF ammeter to the Equipotential Ground
Connection on the Rear Panel. Also make
sure there are no connections to any output
other than the one you are measuring.
WARNING: HAND CONTROL ACTIVA-
to the patient and operating room staff through
unintended paths, which can cause injury. RF
leakage occurs because the total energy in the
output voltage waveform is provided with a con-
ductive path through stray parasitic capacitance
distributed within the generator and along the
length of the leads.
Table 4.4 presents the allowed RF leakage currents
to ground.
MODE RF LEAKAGE (Ma)
Standard Coag < 100
Pure Cut < 100
Standard Coag < 100
Standard Coag < 100
Bipolar Macro < 67
Bipolar Macro < 67
TIONS SHOULD BE KEYED USING
3” OR LESS WELL-INSULATED
JUMPER. USE OF AN INSULATING
ROD TO INSERT THE JUMPER IS
ADVISED TO PREVENT RF BURNS.
3) One at a time, connect test setup to each RF
output terminal indicated in Table 4.4 and
activate the unit using the corresponding
command. Confirm no meter readings exceed
the specified maximum. Hand controlled
Coag activations are accomplished by con-
necting a jumper between the left jack and
center jack of the desired hand switched acces-
sory jack.
RF leakage should also be measured between inac-
tive outputs and the Dispersive Electrode connec-
tion. The procedure is as follows:
1) Set the unit for full power for the modes
noted in Table 4.5. Connect the ESU tes-
ter according to manufacturer’s instructions
- OR- the 200-ohm non-inductive resistor in
series with the 250 mA RF ammeter to the
Dispersive Electrode connection on the front
panel. Also make sure there are no connec-
tions to any output other than the one you
are measuring.
2) One at a time, connect this series combina-
tion to each RF output terminal indicated
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 in Table 4.5 and activate the unit using the corresponding command. Confirm that no meter readings
exceed the specified maximum.
Table 4.5 Allowable RF Leakage Current - Inactive Monopolar Outputs
MEASURED TERMINAL ACTIVATED ACCESSORY MODE RF LEAKAGE (Ma)
Combination Monopolar Active Hand Controlled Standard Coag < 50
Combination Monopolar Active Bipolar Footswitched Macro < 20
Hand Controlled Active Combination Monopolar Standard Coag < 50
Hand Controlled Active Bipolar Footswitched Macro < 20
Bipolar Left Right Hand Controlled Standard Coag < 48

Finally, RF leakage should be measured between according to manufacturer’s instructions -OR

the inactive bipolar outputs while a monopolar the 200-ohm non-inductive resistor in series
accessory is activated. Do the following: with the 250 mA RF ammeter between the
1) Set the unit for full power for the bipolar two bipolar output connections.
mode noted in Table 4.6. Connect ESU tester 2) Activate and verify the limit in Table 4.6.

Table 4.6 Allowable RF Leakage Current - Inactive Bipolar Outputs

MEASURED TERMINAL ACTIVATED ACCESSORY MODE RF LEAKAGE (Ma)
Bipolar Right to Left Hand Controlled Standard Coag < 48

4.5.5 Line Frequency Leakage Circuit ground and Neutral (Low Mains) must be
connected together for Mains leakage testing.
CAUTION: To prevent RF current from destroy-
ing the test equipment and/or affecting leakage Equipment:
readings, set all power settings to zero. These tests are performed most conveniently using
WARNING: ELECTROCUTION HAZARD. any good quality biomedical electrical safety tester.
USE OF AN ISOLATED MAINS POWER Procedure:
SOURCE IS RECOMMENDED WHEN 1) Connect the electrical safety analyzer to make
OPENING THE MAINS GROUND the measurements indicated in Table 4.7.
DURING THE FOLLOWING SAFETY 2) Mode: Measure leakage for Bipolar to Neutral
TESTS. and Chassis to Neutral.
Table 4.7 Line Frequency Allowable Leakage - Inactive
RF output to Neutral LINE GND LIMIT max
Equipotential Ground Normal Closed 30 µA
Equipotential Ground Reversed Closed 30 µA
Equipotential Ground Normal Open 270 µA
Equipotential Ground Reversed Open 270 µA
Dispersive Electrode Normal Closed 15 µA
Dispersive Electrode Reversed Closed 15 µA
Dispersive Electrode Normal Open 15 µA
Dispersive Electrode Reversed Open 15 µA
Bipolar Output* Normal Closed 15 µA
Bipolar Output* Reversed Closed 15 µA
Bipolar Output* Normal Open 15 µA
Bipolar Output* Reversed Open 15 µA
*Measure the Bipolar Output with Bipolar connections shorted together.

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 5) Since the Sabre Genesis™ monopolar active
outputs are disconnected by relays when the
unit is not activated, active-to-neutral leakage
tests must be performed with the unit acti-
vated in order to be valid.
6) With all power controls set to zero, measure
the leakage current as in step 1 from each of
the three active output terminals to neutral;
Table 4.8 Line Frequency Allowable Leakage - Active
RF output to Neutral LINE GND
Combination Monopolar Active Normal Closed
Combination Monopolar Active Reversed Closed
Combination Monopolar Active Normal Open
Combination Monopolar Active Reversed Open
Hand Controlled Active Normal Closed
Hand Controlled Active Reversed Closed
Hand Controlled Active Normal Open
Hand Controlled Active Reversed Open
4.5.6 Automatic Return Monitor (A.R.M.)
Check
A.R.M. has two specific ranges that will be tested
initially and then the circuit will be tested to verify
that the circuit measures dispersive electrode resis-
tance correctly. For this testing, only a Decade
Resistance Box (DRB) and a dispersive electrode
cable adapter are required. Connect the DRB to
the Dispersive Electrode Receptacle using the dis-
persive electrode cable adapter.
A.R.M. may be reset by disconnecting the dis-
persive electrode connector or adjusting the DRB
above 10K Ohms until the Single and Dual
Dispersive Electrode Status/Alarm Indicators flash
red in alternating fashion. Allow approximately
two seconds after the DRB is changed before pro-
ceeding to the next step in the procedure. A.R.M.
indicators not mentioned in the procedure must
be off for each test.
1) Dual Electrode Alarm Limit: Set the DRB to
158 Ohms, then connect it to the Dispersive
Electrode Receptacle and verify that the
Single and Dual Dispersive Electrode Status/
Alarm Indicators flash red in alternating fash-
ion.
2) Dual Electrode Upper Limit: Set DRB to
140 Ohms and verify that the Dual Dispersive
Electrode Status/Alarm Indicator is Green.
see Table 4.8; while that output is activated
in Cut by the appropriate footswitch or hand
control jumper. Hand control cut activations
are accomplished by connecting a jumper
between the two outer jacks of where the
handcontrolled accessory is plugged into the
unit.
ACTIVATION LIMIT max
Combination Monopolar Cut 15 µA
Combination Monopolar Cut 15 µA
Combination Monopolar Cut 15 µA
Combination Monopolar Cut 15 µA
Hand Controlled Cut 15 µA
Hand Controlled Cut 15 µA
Hand Controlled Cut 15 µA
Hand Controlled Cut 15 µA
3) Dual Electrode Lower Limit: Set the DRB
to 15 Ohms and verify the Dual Dispersive
Electrode Status/Alarm Indicator is Green.
4) Single Electrode Upper Limit: Set the DRB
to 7 Ohms, then reset A.R.M. and verify the
Single Dispersive Electrode Status/Alarm
Indicator is Green.
4.5.7 Output Coupling Capacitor Check
WARNING: ENSURE ALL POWER
SETTINGS ARE AT 0 WATTS BEFORE
CONDUCTING THIS TEST TO PREVENT
INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND DAMAGE
TO TEST EQUIPMENT.
NOTE: Not all capacitance meters will read prop-
erly for this test. The test frequency should be at
or below 1 kHz for best accuracy. The following
meters have been tried successfully: Fluke 189,
Extech 285, Sencor LC75 and HP4284A (1 kHz
setting or below).
1) Connect shorting plug to banana adapter to
the two pin Dispersive Electrode Receptacle.
Use 6” or shorter test leads to connect a
capacitance meter between the shorting plug
adapter and the footswitched Combo plug.
2) Measure capacitance and confirm it is less
than 0.2 nF.
3) Confirm cut power is set to 0, then activate
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 and confirm capacitance is between 0.6 and
0.9 nF.
4) Do not activate for this bipolar test. Move
test leads to Bipolar Output Accessory
Receptacles. Confirm capacitance is between
2.2 and 2.5 nF.
4.6 System Calibration
The Sabre Genesis™ is calibrated during manu-
facture using equipment traceable to National
Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST)
standards and should retain its accuracy for a long
period of time. Recalibrate the generator after
repair or if it performs out of specification. Check
the calibration in normal operating mode and only
perform calibration if errors are identified.
The Sabre Genesis™ stores its calibration in non-
volatile semiconductor memory, so the calibration
will be retained without any action on the part of
the user or maintenance staff. Calibration should
be checked in normal operating mode during
annual preventative maintenance to ensure there is
no change.
Calibration is required when:
• “Err 138”, “Err 139”, or “Err 140” occurs: An
error is detected with the stored calibration
values.
• “Err 143” or “Err 321” occurs: One or more
modes require calibration.
• “Err 135” occurs: An error is detected with
stored ARM calibration values.
• Either the Control/Display Board assembly
(Conmed P/N 61-6991) or the output RF
assembly (Conmed P/N 61-8102) is replaced.
• Calibration differences are found during pre-
ventative maintenance.
Refer to Figure 4.1 for calibration process flow.
4.6.1 Calibration Preliminaries
Sabre Genesis™ calibration occurs in Calibration
Operating Mode, which is entered by setting
the system configuration DIP switches on the
Control/Display Board. Set the Calibration sys-
tem configuration DIP switch (Control/Display
Board SW2.2) to the ON (UP) position and the
Test system configuration DIP switch (Control/
Display Board SW2.1) to the OFF (DOWN)
position. Other configuration DIP switch settings
positions will not affect this. See Section 4.8 for
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system configuration DIP switch details.
With this configuration set, turn on power while
pressing and holding both Speaker Volume Up/
Down Keys. Release these Keys when CAL
appears in the Monopolar Cut Power Digital
Display and the software revision appears in the
Monopolar Coag Power Digital Display. CAL
and the software revision may persist in the dis-
plays for a few seconds after the Volume Adjust
Keys are released. The display will then provide
an indication of the calibration status:
• “ALL” will appear in the Monopolar Cut
Power Digital Display if the calibration mem-
ory is empty.
• “nEr” will appear in the Monopolar Cut
Power Digital Display, where “n” indicates
how many major modes require calibration,
will be displayed if only particular modes
require calibration. All of the minor mode
indicators will be illuminated and the minor
modes needing calibration will flash.
• “[U”, “[0A”, “bP”, or “Pad” will appear in
the Monopolar Cut Power Digital Display to
indicate the major mode when only minor
modes under that major mode require calibra-
tion. All of the minor mode indicators will
be illuminated and the minor modes needing
calibration will flash.
• “[U” will appear in the Monopolar Cut Power
Digital Display with the Pure Cut Mode
Indicator illuminated if all modes are cali-
brated.
For all except the last of these, a single Press and
release of the Tone Loudness Adjustment Down
Key is required to proceed past this point on the
menu. After pressing this key, “[U” will appear in
the Monopolar Cut Power Digital Display with
the Pure Cut Mode Indicator illuminated.
4.6.2 Selecting the Mode to Calibrate
Press the Monopolar Cut Power Adjustment Keys
to select the major mode to calibrate as displayed
in the Monopolar Cut Power Digital Display. The
selections are “[U” for Cut, “[0A” for Coag, “Bp”
for Bipolar, or “PAd” for the Dispersive Electrode
A.R.M. connection. If any of the minor modes
under these major modes are not calibrated, the
displayed major mode will flash.
Select the monopolar minor mode by pressing the
appropriate Mode Select Key.
 Calibration

Set the Calibration System Configuration

Dipswitch on the Controller to the ON position

Turn main power switch on while pressing both

Volume Adjust Keys.

Release Volume Adjust Keys when the

Monopolar Cut Power Digital Display indicates “ [AL”

[AL Lxx

ALL 2Er 3Er [u [0A bP PAd

[u 500 P Press Tone Loudness Adjustment Down Key

Press Monopolar Cut Power Adjustment

Keys to select [u, [0A, bP and PAd.

[u [0A bP Pad 10

Press Cut Minor Mode

Select Key for
Pure or Blend.
Do NOT select Pulsed
Connect 10 ohm load Two-Pin
Connect indicated load Dispersive Electrode Receptacle
with meter to output
Press Bipolar Power Up Adjustment Key
Press Tone Loudness Adjustment Down Key
Press Up Arrow Key
Activate when target level displayed.

Press Monopolar Coag Power Adjustment keys to PAd 150

match power/current to Calibration Target.
Connect 150 ohm load Two-Pin
Dispersive Electrode Receptacle.
Minimum activation 2 seconds, release.
Press Bipolar Power Up
Press Tone Loudness Adjustment Down Key.
Adjustment Key.

Power off

Set the Calibration System Configuration

Dipswitch on the Controller to the OFF position

End

Figure 4.1 Calibration Procedure Flow Chart

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4.6.3 Calibrating a Monopolar Mode
This section applies to the Pure Cut, Blend,
Standard Coag.
Calibration may be performed by measuring cur-
rent or by measuring power. To select between
calibration using measured current and measured
power, press the Bipolar Power Adjustment Keys
to set the calibration units to either “A” for current
or “P” for power.
The resistance to be used for calibration will
appear in the Monopolar Coag Power Digital
Display. Connect a resistor of this value between
the output connection that is being used for cali-
bration and both pins on the Two-Pin Dispersive
Electrode Receptacle.
Press and release the Tone Loudness Adjustment
Down Key to begin calibration. After this key is
pressed, the target level appears in the Monopolar
Coag Power Digital Display.
Activate using the appropriate Handswitch or
Footswitch. Power will now flow to the resis-
tor. While monitoring either the current or the
power, adjust the power up or down using the
Monopolar Coag Power Adjustment Keys until
the measured value is as close to the target level
as possible. The activation must be maintained
for a minimum of 2 seconds to ensure the calibra-
tion is valid. After the power is properly adjusted,
release the activation. Press and release the Tone
Loudness Adjustment Down Key to complete the
calibration sequence for the selected minor mode.
To complete the Blend calibration, activate again
using the appropriate Handswitch or Footswitch.
Power will now flow to the resistor. While moni-
toring either the current or the power, adjust the
power up or down using the Monopolar Coag
Power Adjustment Keys until the measured value
is as close to the target level as possible. The
activation must be maintained for a minimum
of 2 seconds to ensure the calibration is valid.
After the power is properly adjusted, release the
activation. Press and release the Tone Loudness
Adjustment Down Key to complete the Blend
calibration sequence.
After a minor mode has been calibrated, the
associated minor mode indicator will quit flash-
ing. When all of the minor modes within a major
mode have been calibrated, the major mode
indicated in the Monopolar Cut Power Digital
Display will quit flashing.
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4.6.4 Calibrating Bipolar Modes
The Bipolar modes are calibrated using a method
that is very similar to the Monopolar modes.
Calibration may be performed by measuring cur-
rent or by measuring power. To select between
calibration using measured current and measured
power, press the Bipolar Power Adjustment Keys
to set the calibration units to either “A” for current
or “P” for power.
The resistance to be used for calibration will
appear in the Monopolar Coag Power Digital
Display. Connect a resistor of this value between
the two active connections in the Bipolar
Accessory Receptacle.
Press and release the Tone Loudness Adjustment
Down Key to begin calibration. After this key is
pressed, the target level appears in the Monopolar
Coag Power Digital Display.
Activate using the Bipolar Footswitch. Power
will now flow to the resistor. While monitoring
either the current or the power, adjust the power
up or down using the Monopolar Coag Power
Adjustment Keys until the measured value is as
close to the target level as possible. The activation
must be maintained for a minimum of 2 seconds
to ensure the calibration is valid. After the power
is properly adjusted, release the activation. Press
and release the Tone Loudness Adjustment Down
Key to complete the calibration sequence for the
bipolar mode.
After a Bipolar minor mode has been calibrated,
the associated Bipolar minor mode indicator
will quit flashing. When the Bipolar mode has
been calibrated, the major mode indicated in the
Monopolar Cut Power Digital Display will quit
flashing.
4.6.5 Calibrating A.R.M.
A.R.M. is calibrated against a pair of known resis-
tances.
Press and release the Tone Loudness Adjustment
Down Key to begin calibration. The resistance
to be used for calibration will appear in the
Monopolar Coag Power Digital Display. Connect
a resistor of this value ±1% between the two
active connections in the Two-Pin Dispersive
Electrode Receptacle.
Calibrate the particular value connected by press-
ing one of the Bipolar Power Adjustment Keys.
When the value is accepted, a two-tone sequence
will sound and the resistance in the Monopolar
Coag Power Digital Display will quit flashing.
Now scroll to the other pair of known resistances
using the Monopolar Coag Power Adjustment
Keys. The resistance to be used for calibration
will appear in the Monopolar Coag Power Digital
Display. Connect a resistor of this value ±1%
between the two active connections in the Two-
Pin Dispersive Electrode Receptacle.
Calibrate the particular value connected by again
pressing one of the Bipolar Power Up Adjustment
Keys. When the value is accepted, a two-tone
sequence will sound and the resistance in the
Monopolar Coag Power Digital Display will quit
flashing.
Press and release the Tone Loudness Adjustment
Down Key to complete A.R.M. calibration.
After A.R.M. has been calibrated, the major mode
“PAd” indicated in the Monopolar Cut Power
Digital Display will quit flashing.
4.6.6 Completing Calibration
Turn power off and set the Calibration system
configuration DIP switch (Control/Display
Board SW2.2) to the OFF (DOWN) position.
See Section 4.8 Displaying Optional System
Configuration for system configuration DIP
switch details. The ESU will be ready for normal
operation the next time the power is turned on.
4.7 Last Fault Code Retrieval & Clear
Up to 50 error (Err) and accessory (A[[) codes
can be stored in memory for retrieval. When
retrieving the error codes, it is also possible
to retrieve the system settings when the error
occurred.
4.7.1 Last Fault Code Retrieval
1) Turn on power while pressing and hold-
ing both Volume Adjust Select Keys.
Release these Keys when LF[ appears in
the Monopolar Cut Power Digital Display
and the software revision appears in the
Monopolar Coag Power Digital Display. LF[
and the software revision may persist in the
displays for a few seconds after the Volume
Adjust Select Keys are released. This action
will place the system in the Last Fault Code
Mode (LFC). Electrosurgical outputs cannot
be activated while the system is in LFC.
2) If any errors are stored in memory, the Cut
Window will next display “Err”; the Coag
window will display the error code (a numeric
value); and the Bipolar Window will display
the storage location of that error code.
Last Fault display example:
Err 381 1
3) Scroll through the stored error codes using
the Bipolar Power Adjustment Keys. The
error codes are stored Last in, First out. A “1”
in the Bipolar Display shows the last error
that occurred. Press the Bipolar Up key and
a “2” will be displayed if more than one error
occurred.
4) To retrieve the settings when the error
occurred, it is necessary to have a
Handcontrol accessory connected. Press both
Cut and Coag activation switches and the
Display Panel will show the system settings
when the error occurred.
4.7.2 Clearing Last Fault Codes
As errors occur, fault codes from earlier errors are
erased in a last-in-first-out fashion. While it is not
absolutely necessary to clear the older codes, clear-
ing the codes may be desirable in some situations.
• Pressing the Monopolar Cut Power
Adjustment down Key followed by the
Tone Loudness Adjustment Down Key will
clear the entire fault code memory. The cut
window will display “[Lr” when codes are
cleared.
4.8 Optional System Configuration
The eight-position configuration DIP switch (S2),
located on the Control/Display Board Assembly
allows a qualified service technician to change
some of the factory default settings. The default
switch is only read during Power on Self Test
(POST) or when the system is powered on, so
any changes to the switch positions should be
made with the main power off. Each switch is
OFF in the down position and ON in the up
position. Relevant information for each switch is
described in Table 4.9 and the positions are illus-
trated in Figure 4.2.
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Config. Title / Display
Switch Element
Position
1 TEST / Cut 100’s
2 CAL/ Cut 10’s
3 Not Used / Cut 1’s
4 Not Used / Coag
100’s
5 LAST / Coag 10’s
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Table 4.9 DIP Switch Settings
Default Description for Description for On
Off
Off Run Mode. Activates Test Mode, which inhibits most
Required position of the system level monitoring for trouble-
for surgery. shooting purposes. When this switch is
ON, both Volume Adjust Select Keys on
the Display Panel must be pressed until
888 appears in the Monopolar Cut Power
Digital Display and the software revision
appears in the Monopolar Coag Power
Digital Display. 888 and the software revi-
sion may persist in the displays for a few
seconds after the Bipolar Mode Select Keys
are released. If both Bipolar Mode Select
Keys are not pressed, and Err 100 is dis-
played and the power must be cycled.
Off Run Mode. Required for calibration of output power
Required position and A.R.M. When this switch is ON,
for surgery. both Volume Adjust Select Keys on the
Display Panel must be pressed until [AL
appears in the Monopolar Cut Power
Digital Display and the software revision
appears in the Monopolar Coag Power
Digital Display. [AL and the software revi-
sion may persist in the displays for a few
seconds after the Bipolar Mode Select Keys
are released. If both Bipolar Mode Select
Keys are not pressed, and Err 100 is dis-
played and the power must be cycled.
Off Not Used Not Used
Off Not Used Not Used
Off Defaults to Pure Defaults all modes and power levels to the
Cut, Standard last activated settings from the last time the
Coag, and Micro system was powered down.
Bipolar and sets
all power levels to
zero (0W) each
time the system is
initialized.
Config. Title / Display Default Description for Description for On
Switch Element Off
Position
6 Not used / Coag Off Not used. Not used.
1’s
7 Not used / Bipolar Off Not used Not used
10’s
8 DACview / Bipolar NA DACview - See DACview - See below.
1’s below.

ON

S2

Figure 4.2 DIP Switch Positions

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4.9 DACview 4) Move the DACview switch (Control/Display
Board S2 position 8 – the change is recog-
DACview is a troubleshooting aid that allows
nized, not whether the switch is on or off).
access to internal readings. The feature allows
output voltage, current and power that the system 5) The Monopolar Cut Power Digital Display is
reads to be output to a DVM or oscilloscope. used to display the selected DACview chan-
To use DACview, the system must be in the Test nel. Since power was just initialized, the
Mode. Monopolar Cut Power Digital Display will
display “0” at this point. Select the desired
1) Set the system for operation in Test Mode as
channel using the Monopolar Cut Power
described in the preceding section.
Adjustment Keys.
2) Connect a DVM to the Control/Display
6) Move the DACview switch (again, the change
Board test point labeled TP60 – DACV and
is recognized, not whether the switch is on or
any GND test point (e.g. TP61).
off). The cut power setting will be displayed.
3) Turn on power while pressing and holding
7) To select a different location to monitor with
both Bipolar Mode Select Keys. Release these
a DVM, simply move the DACview switch
Keys when 888 appears in the Monopolar
and the memory locations will be displayed
Cut Power Digital Display and the software
instead of the cut power. Select the desired
revision appears in the Monopolar Coag
selection and then move the DACview switch
Power Digital Display. 888 and the software
again.
revision may persist in the displays for a few
seconds after the Bipolar Mode Select Keys
are released.
Table 4.10 DACview Channels
Channel Source Function Scaling
0 No channel selected
1 Monitor RF RMS Power (300mS running average) 0.01 V / 1 W

4.10 Troubleshooting Error codes are stored as Last Fault Codes (See
Last Fault Codes).
Listed in Table 4.11 are potential errors that
may occur and problem solving ideas for each. CAUTION: Activation of unit with the collector
All error codes (Err xxx) can only be cleared by fuses (F2,4, & 6 on RF Output Board) removed
cycling power. and the base fuses (F1,3, & 5) in place can result
in damage to U8 on RF Output Board. Activation
When an error code is displayed, reset the sys-
with base fuses removed and collector fuses in
tem to determine if the error can be cleared with
place is acceptable.
a System Reset or if further service is required.
Table 4.11 Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause
Display Panel Blank when System Verify the power cord is fully seated in the power receptacle on the back of the
is Powered on System.
With the power cord disconnected, verify fuses are good and are installed properly
in the receptacles on the Power Supply Board
Remove the top cover and verify that the Control/Display Board and all harnesses
are properly seated.
Check that power appears on the Control/Display Board by measuring +12 V at
TP66 and +5V at TP54. Check other power supply test points as necessary to
characterize the problem.
Check that J7 and J6 on power board are connected. Check fuses F1 and F2 on
power supply board.

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Problem Possible Cause
Display: A[[ xxx Accessory error – Faulty accessory is connected, a hand controlled accessory
is erroneously actuated, or a footswitch is erroneously actuated. Ensure that
footswitches are not stacked on top one another. A[[ rH and A[[ LH indi-
cate problems with the accessories connected to the Hand Controlled and
Combination Monopolar Accessory Receptacles, respectively. A[[ FS indicates
a problem with the footswitch connected to either of the Monopolar or Bipolar
Footswitch Connectors.
Display: [p xx Control Panel error – Check for a faulty push button on the front control panel, a
control panel push button that has been pushed while the unit is being turned on,
or a faulty cable connection between the front panel and the display board.
Display: LFC xxx Last Fault Codes – the Tone Loudness Adjustment Down Key was pressed while
power was initialized. The generator must be reset to clear this condition. See
section 4.7.
Display: [AL The system is in the Calibration Mode. Calibration Mode is selected when the
configuration DIP switch in the second position on the Control/Display Board
is in the ON (Up) position and the Tone Loudness Adjustment Down Key is
pressed and held while power is turned on. See section 4.8.
Display: Err xxx Refer to Table 4.12 for list of Err codes and possible causes. If an Err code
appears, try cycling power. If it reappears, the unit should be taken out of service
until a qualified biomedical engineer can diagnose the problem.
Single and Dual Dispersive A Dispersive Electrode is not connected to the system.
Electrode Status / Alarm Indicators A Dual Dispersive Electrode is connected but is not properly applied to patient.
flash alternating red.
A Dispersive Electrode is connected but is not properly seated. Ensure the con-
nector is fully seated in the Two-Pin Dispersive Electrode Receptacle.
Flashing Decimal Points on the The system is in the Test Mode. Test Mode is selected when the configuration
Display DIP switch in the first position on the Control/Display Board is in the ON (Up)
position and the Tone Loudness Adjustment Down Key is pressed and held while
power is turned on. Note: When the Test Mode is active, most of the internal
safety monitoring is inhibited. See section 4.8.
No output power One or more connections inside the system are bad. Check:
• J5, Control/Display Board
• J7, Power board
• Faulty accessory – blade not seated fully
• Output board jacks not making contact
Low voltage power supplied to the Control/Display Board is bad. Check +12V
and +5V on the Control/Display Board.
Shorted RF Amplifier power MOSFET Q5.
(Note: A better indication of the problem will be provided by cycling power,
which will allow the generator to find a fault during POST.)
• Remove F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, and F6 on the RF Output Board
• Using an ohmmeter measure between drain and ground on Q5, Q6, and Q7
for low resistance.
• Using an ohmmeter measure between gate and ground on Q5, Q6, and Q7
for low resistance.
• If either exhibit low resistance, either replace the faulty MOSFET or replace
the Power board.
HVPS output too low.
• Configure system for test mode operation.
• Set the system for Pure cut at 1 watt.
• Activate and confirm RFSUP at TP15 - of power supply board is approximately
95Vdc.

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 Problem
No output power (continued)
Incorrect monopolar output
Incorrect bipolar output
Possible Cause
Improper gate drive.
• Configure system for test mode operation.
• Verify that RFGATE (TP8) of RF Output Board and BGATE (TP5) are cor-
rect.
Improper VBASE_PWM.
• Check VB_PWM for 312 Khz signal
• Check VBASE_PWM (TP9) for dc voltage corresponding to duty cycle of
VB_PWM. VBASE_PWM is approximately linear with the percentage duty cycle
between 0.6 volts and 10 volts.
Bad calibration – Recalibrate
Ensure the load resistor is correct when checking output power.Bad voltage or
current feedback. Check:
• C_MVSNS, monopolar voltage sense
• C_ISNS, monopolar current sense
• These signals should match the Monitor voltage and current sense, M_MVSNS
and M_ISNS, respectively.
Bad calibration – Recalibrate Ensure the load resistor is correct when checking
output power.
Bad voltage or current feedback. Check:
• C_BVSNS, bipolar voltage sense
• C_ISNS, bipolar current sense
• These signals should match the Monitor voltage and current sense, M_BVSNS
and M_BISNS, respectively.

4.10.1 HVPS Troubleshooting Hints 4.11 Parts Ordering Information

WARNING: LOSS OF POWER SUPPLY To obtain replacement parts or additional infor-
ISOLATION CAN CAUSE ELECTRICAL mation regarding your unit, write or telephone
SHOCK. WHEN SERVICING THE according to the contact information as listed on
HIGH VOLTAGE POWER SUPPLY, the inside front cover of this manual, or contact
ASSUME INTERNAL ISOLATION IS your CONMED distributor. To ensure prompt
COMPROMISED UNTIL VERIFIED service, please provide the following information:
OTHERWISE. • Model Number
WARNING: MAKE SURE THE LED FOR • Serial Number
THE CIRCUIT YOU’RE WORKING ON
• Reference Designator and Description of Part
IS OFF WHEN MAKING CONNECTIONS
OR TOUCHING CIRCUITRY. • CONMED Part Number (if known)
• The PFC LED should always be on when • Quantity Desired
power is on. It will become momentarily and • Mailing or Shipping Address
slightly brighter during POST. • Preferred Shipping Means (if any)
• Check the clock frequency and reference volt- • Purchase Order Number (if applicable)
age on the PFC controller integrated circuit. The
• Your Name
PFC clock must have PFC enabled to function
correctly. When returning a unit, obtain a Return
Authorization (R.A.) Number from CONMED
• At low output current, the PFC will cycle on
Technical Services. Please mark the R.A. number
and off. This is normal.
on the outside of the carton for prompt service.
• When replacing a MOSFET, check all the gate Please enclose a brief note with the unit describing
drive components. all of the symptoms found.

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4.12 Assembly Breakdown/Parts Access
CAUTION: This device contains components
that can be damaged by static electricity. Proper
handling by grounding of personnel during servic-
ing is mandatory.
Following are instructions for unit disassembly
and reassembly instructions.
4.12.1 Top Cover Removal & Replacement
Top Removal:
1) Remove the two screws located on rear of
unit as shown.
2) Pull back and up to disengage the top.
3) Open the top by lifting the front edge. A
bracket is provided at the back edge of the top
to support the top in its service position as
shown.
4) To completely remove the top, disconnect the
ribbon cable at its Power Board connection
point.
Top Replacement:
1) Reconnect the ribbon cable to its Power
Board connection point.
2) Place top approximately ¾” from front bezel
on top of unit.
3) Press forward, aligning lip of front bezel with
groove in top.
4) Re-install screws.
4.12.2 Bezel Removal & Replacement
Bezel Removal:
1) Remove Top.
2) Remove two flat-head screws on side of bezel
and two pan-head screws on bottom of bezel
as shown.
3) Unlatch dispersive electrode connector.
4) In most situations, it is not necessary to
remove the four power switch connectors.
The bezel can be rotated off to the right side
for power board removal. To fully remove
the bezel, these connectors must be discon-
nected.
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Power Switch
Connectors

This standoff
must be
aluminum

Bezel Replacement:
1) Connect power switch connectors as shown,
if required.

White Black

Blue Brown

2) Connect dispersive electrode connector.

3) Align bezel between chassis flanges and center
slot. Slide bezel into unit as shown in figure.
4) Replace and tighten screws.
4.12.3 Control/Display Board Removal &
Replacement
Control/Display Board Removal:
1) Remove Top.
2) Remove the six screws and remove sheet
metal shield.
3) Disconnect the ribbon cable.
4) Remove the one aluminum and five plastic
hex standoffs, noting location of aluminum
standoff. Lift board off the threaded stand-
offs.
5) Disconnect display flex connector, being care-
ful not to damage it.
Control/Display Board Replacement:
1) Connect display flex connector and place
board back onto threaded standoffs.
2) Replace aluminum standoff in its previous
location and tighten all hex standoffs.
NOTE: The aluminum standoff provides a
ground and must be located as shown below.
3) Connect ribbon cable.
4) Replace sheet metal shield and tighten six
screws into hex standoffs.
4.12.4 Power Supply Board Removal &
Replacement
Power Board Removal:
1) Remove Top.
2) Remove the four screws mounted to the heat
sink in the side of chassis.
3) Remove the four screws mounted to the chas-
sis standoffs. Remove the two screws that
secure the AC inlet to chassis.
4) Disconnect all cable connectors - HV Supply,
LV Supply.
5) Pull board slightly forward to remove it from
the chassis.

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Power Board Replacement: 3) Disconnect all cable connectors - Speaker,
Footsvitch, Ribbon cable from controller, HV
Supply, LV Supply and 3.5mm Jack.
4.12.6 Power Transistor Replacement
All RF Power Supply and RF Amp compo-
nents mounted to the heat sink/casting, may be
replaced. When replacing them:
1. No thermal compound is necessary, but the
mating surfaces of the transistor, insulator
pad and surface of casting should be clean.
Replace any insulator pad that is torn, punc-
tured or dirty. Always fasten or clamp the
part to the heat sink surface prior to soldering
it to the board. This will assure good thermal
contact is maintained.
2. In order to maintain alignment with the heat
sink surface, the leads of these parts have been
bent to the proper shape. They should be
purchased from ConMed with bent leads.
3. When installing the RF Amp transistors or
diodes, be sure to orientate the Bellville wash-
er as shown with the convex surface next to
1) Reverse board removal operation.
the head of the screw. Tighten screws to 5-7
NOTE: Install the noted two, smaller screws inch pounds.
first, to assure Power Board alignment in
4. When installing the RF Power Supply transis-
chassis.
tors or diodes, replace components as shown
4.12.5 RF Output board Removal & and tighten screw to 8-10 in-lbs. When tight-
Replacement ening screw, hold the clip to prevent it from
turning. Locate the part on the clip so that
1) Remove Top.
the bend of the clip is approximately centered
2) Remove front Bezel . on the body of the part as shown.

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4.13 Fault Codes
This section of the manual contains a table of fault codes. Each numeric fault code is listed along with a
description of the fault, possible causes and things to check, and corrective actions.
Table 4.12 Fault Codes
Err Description Possible Cause Things to check Correction
Code
100 Test or CAL When either of these DIP Cycle system power while press- Replace the Control/
mode dip switch switches are ON, both Bipolar ing both Bipolar Mode Select Display Board.
without both Mode Select Keys on the Keys and determine if this error
Bipolar Mode Display Panel must be pressed is repeated.
Select Keys until the Blend mode appears in
pressed when the Monopolar Power Digital
power is turned Displays – i.e. either “BL L0”
on. or “BL XI”. The Blend mode
may persist in the displays for
a few seconds after the Bipolar
Mode Select Keys are released.
101 Controller/ The System Controller and the Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
Monitor DIP Monitor do not detect the same mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
switch mismatch settings for the Configuration
Dipswitches.
102 Corrupted The data transmitted from Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
communica- the System Controller to the mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
tions between Monitor through the HPI port
the System is faulty. This could be caused
Controller and by damage to components asso-
Monitor ciated with the HPI bus on the
Controller, permitting electro-
magnetic interference to upset
one of the processors.
103 Corrupted The data transmitted from the Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
communica- System Controller to the RF mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
tions between Controller through the HPI
the System port is faulty. This could be
Controller and caused by damage to compo-
RF Controller nents associated with the HPI
bus on the Controller, permit-
ting electromagnetic interfer-
ence to upset one of the proces-
sors.
104 Monitor The data transmitted from Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
TOKEN not the System Controller to the mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
incremented, Monitor through the HPI port
monitor pro- is faulty. This could be caused
gram corrupted by damage to components asso-
ciated with the HPI bus on the
Controller, permitting electro-
magnetic interference to upset
one of the processors.
105 Controller failed The System Controller memory Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
RAM test errors have been detected dur- mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
ing POST.

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Err Description Possible Cause Things to check Correction
Code
107 Monitor boot- The program transmitted from Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
load program the System Controller to the mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
does not match Monitor through the HPI
controller ROM port at startup is faulty. This
table could be caused by damage to
components associated with
the HPI bus on the Controller,
permitting electromagnetic
interference to upset one of the
processors.
108 RF TOKEN not The program transmitted from Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
incremented, RF the System Controller to the mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
controller pro- RF Controller through the HPI
gram corrupted port at startup is faulty or has
been corrupted after initializa-
tion. This could be caused by
damage to components associ-
ated with the HPI bus on the
Controller, permitting electro-
magnetic interference to upset
one of the processors.
109 Communications Communications through Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
lost during the HPI port are faulty. This mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
POST tests could be caused by damage to
components associated with
the HPI bus on the Controller,
permitting electromagnetic
interference to upset one of the
processors.
112 Pre-activation The activation signals detected Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
handshake, by the System Controller and mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
monitor does the Monitor do not match.
not read an acti-
vation signal
113 Pre-activation Prior to enabling electrosurgical Increase the tone volume by Replace the Control/
handshake, output power, the Monitor adjusting the Volume Control on Display Board.
monitor does ensures that an activation tone the back panel of the generator. Replace the RF
not read a tone is present. This error occurs if Cycle system power and deter- Output Board.
signal the activation tone is not pres- mine if this error is repeated.
ent when the Monitor checks Configure system for test mode
prior to enabling electrosurgical operation. Check the tone drive
output power. signal from the Control/Display
Board while the unit is activated.
Lack of a signal indicates a prob-
lem with the Control/Display
Board. Check for a proper
TONE_ MON signal to the con-
troller. Lack of a signal indicates
a problem with the RF Output
Board.

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Err Description Possible Cause Things to check Correction
Code
114 Display or Communication between the Cycle system power and deter- Replace the cable
keyboard SPI Control/Display Board and the mine if this error is repeated. between the Display
communication Display assembly over the SPI Check SPI_SCK, SPI_MOSI, and the Controller.
failure bus is faulty. and SPI_MISO to see signals Replace the Control/
toggle. Display Board.
Replace the Display
assembly.
122 System The self-check CRC for the Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
Controller flash System Controller is not inter- mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
program CRC nally consistent, indicating an
does not match error in the stored software.
the calculated
CRC
135 A.R.M. calibra- The CRC for the calibration Recalibrate the A.R.M. system. Check J7 connector
tion (10/150 coefficient memory is not self See section 4.6. on the RF Output
Ohm) EPROM consistent, indicating an error Board. Repair ARM
CRC failed in the stored calibration coef- circuitry on Power
ficients. Board or replace
RF Output Board
if necessary. Replace
the Control/Display
Board if the system
will not calibrate.
136 A.R.M. circuit The A.R.M. circuit on the Verify proper voltage on the Repair or replace the
dropped below Output assembly or the A.R.M. VARM signal entering the RF Output Board if
.4V (circuit sensing circuit on the Control/ Control/Display Board. VARM entering the
failed) Display Board has failed. Controller is faulty.
Replace the Control/
Display Board if
VARM appears cor-
rect.
138 Monitor calibra- The CRC for the calibration Recalibrate the entire system. Replace the Control/
tion EEPROM coefficient memory is not self Display Board if
CRC failed consistent, indicating an error the system will not
in the stored calibration coef- calibrate.
ficients.
139 During calibra- The calibration was not com- Recalibrate any uncalibrated Replace the Control/
tion, not all pleted in the correct manner. modes. See Section 4.6. Display Board if
points were the system will not
entered for the calibrate.
mode
140 A calibration The CRC for the calibration Recalibrate any un-calibrated Replace the Control/
EEPROM CRC coefficient memory is not self modes. See Section 4.6. Display Board if
failed (POST consistent, indicating an error the system will not
ERROR) in the stored calibration coef- calibrate.
ficients.
141 Test and cal dip The Calibration and Test Change the Calibration and Test Replace the Control/
switches are both Configuration Dipswitches are Configuration Dipswitches to the Display Board.
turned on both in the ON position. At desired state, cycle system power,
least one of these must be in the and determine if this error is
OFF position. repeated.

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Err Description Possible Cause
Code
143 The unit or a The system or a mode was
mode was never never calibrated. The Controller
calibrated was replaced but not calibrated.
144 RF controller The Monitor and RF Controller
and Monitor and constantly checking to
power levels do ensure they see the same
not match electrosurgical output power
during activation. This error
occurs if the power they sense
does not match. This typically
results from differences between
the independent Monitor and
RF Controller sensing circuits.
145 Inter-processor The data transmitted from the
communications System Controller through
error the HPI port is faulty. This
could be caused by damage to
components associated with
the HPI bus on the Controller,
permitting electromagnetic
interference to upset one of the
processors.
150 2.5 volt too low 2.5-volt power on the Control/
Display Board is too low.
151 2.5 volt too high 2.5-volt power in the system is
too high.
152 1.2 volt too low 1.2-volt power on the Control/
Display Board is too low.
Things to check Correction
Calibrate any modes that need Replace the Control/
calibration. Display Board if
the system will not
calibrate.
Use DACView to troubleshoot Replace the Control/
the Monitor. Verify that the Display Board.
output power is consistent with Troubleshoot the
displayed power setting. Check RF voltage (Vsense)
voltage and current sensing chan- and current (Isense)
nels for both the RF Controller feedback circuits for
and the Monitor. the activated mode.
Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
Check for proper connection If +12V is out of
of the ribbon cable.Check the limits, replace or
+12V entering Control/Display repair the Power
Board (TP66). Check the +2.5V supply Board. If
power on the Control/Display either +2.5V or the
Board (TP36). Verify that the ADC reference is
System Controller ADC refer- out of limits, replace
ence voltage (C_2.5V) on the the Control/Display
Control/Display Board is 2.5 Board.
volts.
Check for proper connection of If +12V is out of
the ribbon cable. limits, replace or
Check the +12V entering repair the Power
Control/Display Board (TP66). supply Board. If
Check the +2.5V power on the either +2.5V or the
Control/Display Board (TP36). ADC reference is
Verify that the System Controller out of limits, replace
ADC reference voltage (C_2.5V) the Control/Display
on the Control/Display Board is Board.
2.5 volts.
Check for proper connection of If +12V is out of
the ribbon cable. limits, replace or
Check the +12V entering repair the Power
Control/Display Board (TP66). supply Board. If
Check the +1.2V power on the either +1.8V or the
Control/Display Board (TP15). ADC reference is
Verify that the System Controller out of limits, replace
ADC reference voltage (C_2.5V) the Control/Display
on the Control/Display Board is Board.
2.5 volts.
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Err Description Possible Cause Things to check Correction
Code
153 1.2 volt too high 1.2-volt power in the system is Check for proper connection of If +12V is out of
too high. the ribbon cable. limits, replace or
Check the +12V entering repair the Power
Control/Display Board (TP66). supply Board. If
Check the +1.2V power on the either +1.8V or the
Control/Display Board (TP15). ADC reference is
Verify that the System Controller out of limits, replace
ADC reference voltage (C_2.5V) the Control/Display
on the Control/Display Board is Board.
2.5 volts.
154 1.8 volt too low 1.8-volt power on the Control/ Check for proper connection of If +12V is out of
Display Board is too low. the ribbon cable. limits, replace or
Check the +12V entering repair the Power
Control/Display Board (TP66). supply Board. If
Check the +1.8V power on the either +1.8V or the
Control/Display Board (TP39). ADC reference is
Verify that the System Controller out of limits, replace
ADC reference voltage (C_2.5V) the Control/Display
on the Control/Display Board is Board.
2.5 volts.
155 1.8 volt too high 1.8-volt power in the system is Check for proper connection of If +12V is out of
too high. the ribbon cable. limits, replace or
Check the +12V entering repair the Power
Control/Display Board (TP66). supply Board. If
Check the +1.8V power on the either +1.8V or the
Control/Display Board (TP39). ADC reference is
Verify that the System Controller out of limits, replace
ADC reference voltage (C_2.5V) the Control/Display
on the Control/Display Board is Board.
2.5 volts.
160 POST has deter- RF Controller voltage sense Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
mined that the is open or shorted. This can mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
RF Controller result from a disconnected wire Verify that all internal connectors Replace the RF
voltage sense is terminal or bad A/D converter. are properly seated. Check for Output Board.
faulty. loose wires on RF Output J8 10,
11 Board.
170 Controller The Monitor has detected that Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
waveform the System Controller cannot mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
inhibit failed disable the RF Drive signal dur-
(will not dis- ing POST.
able RF) (POST
ERROR)
311 POST Monitor Errors found in Monitor Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
memory failure. microprocessor memory during mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
power initialization.
314 POST Monitor Monitor or RF Controller clock Check for 10 MHz clock fre- Replace the Control/
or RF Controller oscillator failure detected during quency input to Monitor proces- Display Board.
clock failure POST. sor and or RF Controller.
315 POST Monitor The states of the activation Check for active high activation Replace the Control/
activation cir- request signals detected by request on lines running to the Display Board.
cuitry failure the Monitor do not match the Monitor.
states detected by the System
Controller.

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Err Description Possible Cause Things to check Correction
Code
320 Monitor failed Errors found in software Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
program CRC downloaded from the System mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
test Controller to the Monitor dur-
ing initialization.
321 Monitor failed Monitor calibration data is cor- Recalibrate all system modes. Replace the Control/
calibration data rupted. Display Board.
CRC test
322 Monitor or RF Activation continues after acti- Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
controller did vation command ceases. mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
not return to
IDLE state
330 POST RF AC Monitor senses electrosurgical Configure the system for Replace the Control/
voltage cut feed- voltage output too low during Calibration mode operation and Display Board, the
back too low POST, indicating insufficient initialize power. Configure the Power Board or
voltage from HVPS, insufficient system for test mode operation RF Output Board
drive from the RF Controller, and cycle power. Measure HVPS depending on the
failed RF Amplifier, or a failed output, RF Amplifier drive, RF specific cause of the
voltage sensing channel. The Amplifier output, and voltage failure.
limits for this comparison are sensing channel.
set when the system enters cali-
bration mode.
331 POST RF AC Monitor senses electrosurgical See 330 above. Confirm proper
voltage cut feed- voltage output too low during connection of J7 on
back too high POST test, indicating insuf- the Power Supply
ficient voltage from HVPS, Board or J11 on RF
insufficient drive from the RF Output Board. See
Controller, failed RF Amplifier, above.
or a failed voltage sensing chan-
nel. The limits for this com-
parison are set when the system
enters calibration mode.
340 Monitor Timer0 One of the timers internal to Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
interrupt failed the Monitor is failed. mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
341 Monitor Timer0 Failure of one of the timers Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
interrupt failed internal to the Monitor detected mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
POST during POST.
342 Monitor Timer1 Failure of one of the timers Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
interrupt failed internal to the Monitor detected mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
POST during POST.
343 Monitor has lost Reset machine and if error Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
communica- repeats, then replace Control/ mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
tions - controller Display Board.
TOKENS not
incremented

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Err Description Possible Cause Things to check Correction
Code
350 Monitor output Current detected through the Configure the system for test Repair or Replace
channel current output channel current sensor mode operation and cycle power. the RF Amp Board.
sensor failure that is used to detect a stuck Use DACview to compare the Replace the Control/
output relay does not match output channel current with the Display Board.
the current sensed by the output current while activating at
power monitoring sensor. This constant power into a fixed load.
typically indicates that there is a
problem with the output chan-
nel current sensing circuit.
351 Monitor sensed Over power at the Configure the system for test Repair or Replace
over power electrosurgical output has per- mode operation and cycle power. the Power supply
condition for sisted for more than 300 ms. Measure the actual power into board or RF Amp
300mS running a fixed load. If power is cor- Board. Replace the
average rect, verify proper operation of Control/Display
the Monitor voltage and cur- Board.
rent sensing circuits. If power is
correct, verify proper operation
of the RF Controller voltage
and current sensing circuits, the
HVPS, and the RF Amplifier.
357 Monitor sensed The Monitor has sensed Recalibrate the system. Configure Repair or Replace
power @ 0W electrosurgical output power the system for test mode opera- the Power supply
dial power set- during activation while the tion and cycle power. Measure board or RF Amp
ting power is set to zero. the actual power into a fixed Board. Replace the
load. If power is correct, verify Control/Display
proper operation of the Monitor Board.
voltage and current sensing
circuits. If power is correct,
verify proper operation of the RF
Controller voltage and current
sensing circuits, the HVPS, and
the RF Amplifier.
358 Monitor sensed The Monitor has detected a Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
gate drive in drive signal while the system is mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
idle @ 0W dial not activated.
power setting
360 Monitor pro- Monitor processor anomaly. Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
gram counter mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
landed on an
unused interrupt
vector
371 Monitor will POST has determined that the Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
not disable RF Monitor cannot disable the RF mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
waveform on the waveform.
Control/Display
Board during
POST
375 Monitor activa- POST has determined that acti- Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
tion I/O failed vation commands sensed by the mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
POST System Controller do not match
the activation commands sensed
by the Monitor.

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Err Description Possible Cause Things to check Correction
Code
379 RF calibration System calibration required on Recalibrate the system. Configure Replace the Control/
failed POST one or more modes. the system for test mode opera- Display Board if
tion and cycle power. Measure the system will not
the actual power into a fixed calibrate.
load. If power is correct, verify
proper operation of the Monitor
voltage and current sensing
circuits. If power is correct,
verify proper operation of the RF
Controller voltage and current
sensing circuits, the HVPS, and
the RF Amplifier.
381 No tone feed- The Monitor did not detect Listen for tones during POST. Replace the Control/
back during tones during POST. This Verify that all internal cables are Display Board.
POST typically occurs because of a properly connected. Increase Repair or replace the
problem in the tone generation the tone volume by adjusting RF Output Board.
circuitry. the Volume Control on the con-
trol panel. Cycle system power
and determine if this error is
repeated. Configure system for
test mode operation. Check
the tone drive signal from the
Control/Display Board while the
unit is activated. Lack of a signal
indicates a problem with the
Control/Display Board. Check
for a proper TONE_ MON sig-
nal to the controller. Lack of a
signal indicates a problem with
the RF Output Board assembly.
382 Activation with- The Monitor did not detect a Listen for a tone during acti- Replace the Control/
out a tone tone during activation. This vation. Verify that all internal Display Board.
typically occurs because of a cables are properly connected. Repair or replace the
problem in the tone generation Increase the tone volume by RF Output Board.
circuitry. adjusting the Volume Control on
the control panel. Cycle system
power and determine if this error
is repeated. Configure system
for test mode operation. Check
the tone drive signal from the
Control/Display Board while the
unit is activated. Lack of a signal
indicates a problem with the
Control/Display Board. Check
for a proper TONE_ MON sig-
nal to the controller. Lack of a
signal indicates a problem with
the RF Output Board.

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Err Description Probable Cause Things to check Correction
Code
388 POST monitor Reset machine and if error Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
timed out- did repeats, then replace Control/ mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
not respond to a Display Board
POST command
389 Dial setting over The front panel power setting Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
maximum limit exceeds the limit for the selected mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
mode.
391 Monitor detect- The Monitor has detected an Cycle system power and deter- Replace the Control/
ed the wrong RF improper RF Amplifier drive mine if this error is repeated. Display Board.
waveform waveform or frequency for the
selected mode.
395 Maximum peak Disconnected wire terminal or Check for loose wires on the Replace the Control/
voltage was bad A/D converter. RF Output board. Cycle sys- Display Board.
exceeded for a tem power. Test each mode Replace the RF
given mode. open circuit at maximum power Output Board.
and determine if this error is
repeated.
396 The monopolar- TBD
bipolar selection
relay is stuck in
the bipolar posi-
tion.

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